Affordable workout clothes for women?!

be_patient

Okay, so I don't know if it's just where I live but here in Australia it is super hard to get workout clothes of decent quality at a decent price, especially running shorts. You know those super comfy, loose running shorts with side splits? Yeah, the only pair I own are from Cotton On Body and they were $15. The only other sport brands I know are Nike, Lorna Jane, Puma and Addidas, all of which are like $50+.
Does anyone know of any good outlets/shops/online shops (free delivery!) in Aus? I found Old Navy and SportsDirect had amazing shorts, and they were only $8 a pair, but the shipping was ridiculous. Ahh this is so frustrating! I just want some running shorts are less than $20!

Saree1902

Do you have any outlet shopping centres nearby? They often have end of line/samples which are reasonable. Not sure about Aus but in the UK I can get New Balance, Nike, Adidas and Reebok cheaper than in the usual shops. Sports Direct are another favourite but it sounds like shipping is no good where you are!

Also, do you you have any sports superstores like Decathlon? I found one of those in China and they're reasonable & do nice sportswear.

FFfitgirl

I have those shorts. Jcpenneys for around 5 bucks on clearance.

JessHealthKick

Hey, I'm from Sydney and I buy all my workout stuff from K-mart. So so so good!!

JessHealthKick

Do you have any outlet shopping centres nearby? They often have end of line/samples which are reasonable. Not sure about Aus but in the UK I can get New Balance, Nike, Adidas and Reebok cheaper than in the usual shops. Sports Direct are another favourite but it sounds like shipping is no good where you are!

Also, do you you have any sports superstores like Decathlon? I found one of those in China and they're reasonable & do nice sportswear.

We have no superstores that I have heard of (Sydney) and the only outlet place seems to only have enormous sizes or teeny tiny sizes left (and I don't know if they even stock exercise gear). I think non-branded K-mart or possibly Target is your best bet.

Just wait until you travel so cheap about EVERYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD! I found some super cheap stuff even in Tokyo!

kimbtaylor1

If you have Target or Wal-Mart there I would suggest there. I get all of my shorts from there and love them.

notworthstalking

Okay, so I don't know if it's just where I live but here in Australia it is super hard to get workout clothes of decent quality at a decent price, especially running shorts. You know those super comfy, loose running shorts with side splits? Yeah, the only pair I own are from Cotton On Body and they were $15. The only other sport brands I know are Nike, Lorna Jane, Puma and Addidas, all of which are like $50+.
Does anyone know of any good outlets/shops/online shops (free delivery!) in Aus? I found Old Navy and SportsDirect had amazing shorts, and they were only $8 a pair, but the shipping was ridiculous. Ahh this is so frustrating! I just want some running shorts are less than $20!

Hi, Amart all sports has a sale on at the moment . I think in ends at the end of the month. I like Russell Athletic and that's one of the brands on sale 50% off . I bought some shorts for 15 dollars, and they are really nice colours and wear well. I also like the target brand. They have really basic shorts, that a like a grey/blue colour. Nothing fancy, but not too short and have a drawstring. That so helps if losing weight lol. I wore my couple of pairs a lot last year and they held up really well. I think they are about $20. I also always check clearance racks in sports shops. I was lucky enough to get some Adidas shorts for $10. Just an out of style colour , but I like them

lublue

Try Amazon

alisonlynn1976

I get mine at H & M, and that's fairly cheap, especially if I find stuff on sale.

LilMissDB

I always found ebay was good in Australia so maybe you could try there? It's not so big here (UK), probably because online shopping in Australia is a bit lame which is weird since a lot of people live hundreds of miles away from any decent shops!! Good luck

SmangeDiggs

I find K Mart have some good cheap shorts and Big W also have a cheaper range of work out gear as well as the michelle bridges line

iam_soHARLEM

i dont know if you internet access to modells sporting goods.. they are having a sale as i type!!!

be_patient

Thanks for all your replies everyone! More replies always appreciated!

neandermagnon

you might be able to buy from other countries' stores online, and shipping isn't necessarily that expensive. Even Amazon has exercise equipment, they may have clothing too.

be_patient

I have those shorts. Jcpenneys for around 5 bucks on clearance.

yeah, but jcpennys doesn't ship to Aus!

be_patient

you might be able to buy from other countries' stores online, and shipping isn't necessarily that expensive. Even Amazon has exercise equipment, they may have clothing too.

I'd love it that was true, but shipping was $59 on Old Navy

be_patient

Try Amazon

doesn't ship to Aus

be_patient

Hey, I'm from Sydney and I buy all my workout stuff from K-mart. So so so good!!

whilst they are very cheap, I find they aren't very lasting!

be_patient

Okay, so I don't know if it's just where I live but here in Australia it is super hard to get workout clothes of decent quality at a decent price, especially running shorts. You know those super comfy, loose running shorts with side splits? Yeah, the only pair I own are from Cotton On Body and they were $15. The only other sport brands I know are Nike, Lorna Jane, Puma and Addidas, all of which are like $50+.
Does anyone know of any good outlets/shops/online shops (free delivery!) in Aus? I found Old Navy and SportsDirect had amazing shorts, and they were only $8 a pair, but the shipping was ridiculous. Ahh this is so frustrating! I just want some running shorts are less than $20!

Hi, Amart all sports has a sale on at the moment . I think in ends at the end of the month. I like Russell Athletic and that's one of the brands on sale 50% off . I bought some shorts for 15 dollars, and they are really nice colours and wear well. I also like the target brand. They have really basic shorts, that a like a grey/blue colour. Nothing fancy, but not too short and have a drawstring. That so helps if losing weight lol. I wore my couple of pairs a lot last year and they held up really well. I think they are about $20. I also always check clearance racks in sports shops. I was lucky enough to get some Adidas shorts for $10. Just an out of style colour , but I like them

YESSSS thank you so much! Free shipping to Aus yeah! Too bad it doesn't have too much of a range though

notworthstalking

Okay, so I don't know if it's just where I live but here in Australia it is super hard to get workout clothes of decent quality at a decent price, especially running shorts. You know those super comfy, loose running shorts with side splits? Yeah, the only pair I own are from Cotton On Body and they were $15. The only other sport brands I know are Nike, Lorna Jane, Puma and Addidas, all of which are like $50+.
Does anyone know of any good outlets/shops/online shops (free delivery!) in Aus? I found Old Navy and SportsDirect had amazing shorts, and they were only $8 a pair, but the shipping was ridiculous. Ahh this is so frustrating! I just want some running shorts are less than $20!

Hi, Amart all sports has a sale on at the moment . I think in ends at the end of the month. I like Russell Athletic and that's one of the brands on sale 50% off . I bought some shorts for 15 dollars, and they are really nice colours and wear well. I also like the target brand. They have really basic shorts, that a like a grey/blue colour. Nothing fancy, but not too short and have a drawstring. That so helps if losing weight lol. I wore my couple of pairs a lot last year and they held up really well. I think they are about $20. I also always check clearance racks in sports shops. I was lucky enough to get some Adidas shorts for $10. Just an out of style colour , but I like them

YESSSS thank you so much! Free shipping to Aus yeah! Too bad it doesn't have too much of a range though

Also just thought too, rebel sport. One of them always has a sale and sometimes the same one lol.

Jamie_Lauren

Amart All Sports and Target/K mart have become my best friends for buying fitness clothes!!! Amart still isn't super cheap but the stuff I have bought from them is great quality and has lasted me.

Lind140

Hey, I'm from Sydney and I buy all my workout stuff from K-mart. So so so good!!

I recently found really great cotton, comfortable shorts for 4.98 at Kmart.
They hold their shape and are true to size. Some of them even had matching
t shirts that were also very comfortable and fit great.

debraran1

I buy almost all my workout clothes at TJ Maxx and Marshall's if they have them there. All the name brands at a fraction of the cost.

When i was running years ago, I used to buy online at running-type stores and then saw the same shirts there for 9.99 or 7.99 vs 25 or 30. Walmart carries Danskin brand which is better made than some of their other clothes, but if it's just to workout, you don't need to spend a lot.
Amazon also has some dicounts.

BakingMadGymAddict

Hello Hello!

I totally feel your pain! I live in Sydney and agree that fitness clothes here are super expensive! Sometimes they have deals on at the Nike Factory and the Adidas Outlets in Auburn. I remember I once managed to lay my hands on a 40% off voucher once!

I sometimes buy stuff online. I am originally from Scotland and recently used a site I trusted called http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ where I bought some camelback waterbottles. It was cheaper to ship it to Sydney from UK than buy it down the road from Rebel Sport.

I am super excited as I head for America at the end of the month so hopefully I can lay my hands on some cheapy fitness clothes!

Feel free to add me as a friend if you like, I love meeting people from Australia!!!

retiree2006

i dont know if you internet access to modells sporting goods.. they are having a sale as i type!!!

Thanks for this information. Hadn't heard of them! I just went onto their site and put in an order...getting some shorts for about $7 each that cost $17 at Target! The WEB212MS code worked and knocked off 10% more. Much appreciated!

Sycoholic

Don't live there, but saw somebody post about Kmart. While they may not have your size in stock they are promoting a program where they'll ship them to your house. Not sure cost on that but I thought it was free shipping. Maybe try Amazon.com or even WalMart.com. I'm an Amazon Prime member and I get free 2nd day shipping on everything I buy that's Prime eligible, which you can filter for when doing a search. Also, check sporting goods stores as the seasons change. They'll have things on clearance to make room for the new season. While buying winter clothes in the early spring may not help you all summer long, it does help your pocketbook.

neandermagnon

Try Amazon

doesn't ship to Aus

that's a bummer!! I thought they shipped worldwide.